The Tales of Burkina Faso's Displaced Children
Military leader Capt. Ibrahim Traoré seized power in 2022, capitalizing on public frustration over ongoing attacks.
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Cycling Push in Harare: A Health and Environmental Initiative
Promoted for health reasons and to foster a cleaner environment, the initiative highlights the advantages of bicycles, which do not rely on fossil fuels.
Nigeria's Trade Unions Suspend General Strike After Government Promises Wage Increase
The decision follows the government's commitment to raise the national minimum wage to at least 60,000 naira ($40, £32) a month, which is double the current wage but falls short of the unions' demand for $330.
Kenyan Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Motorist for Brutal Attack on Traffic Officer in Nairobi
The motorist fled the scene after bystanders intervened to help the officer.
Nigeria's Public Workers Launch Nationwide Strike Over Minimum Wage Dispute and Electricity Tariff Hikes
The strike has brought several government services to a halt, raising tensions in Africa’s most populous nation.
Ramaphosa Calls for Unity as South Africa Faces Historic Coalition Talks
The unprecedented coalition talks are now set to begin to chart a way forward for Africa’s most industrialized economy.
South Africa Enters Uncharted Territory with Coalition Talks After Election
This outcome leaves the center-left ANC facing a critical decision on whether to form a coalition with the centrist opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA).
ANC: Ramaphosa will not step down for the sake of a coalition
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, addressing the media on Sunday, made it clear that Ramaphosa's leadership is non-negotiable.
ANC Accepts Defeat in KwaZulu-Natal as Jacob Zuma's MK Party Emerges Victorious
MK is currently disputing some of the election results in KwaZulu-Natal, hoping a recount will secure them an outright majority and eliminate the need for a coalition government.
UAE's Support for Ruto's US Visit Sparks Controversy in Kenya
According to State House Spokesman Hussein Mohamed, the UAE's offer allowed the Kenyan government to pay just Ksh10 million ($76,923) for the aircraft, a fraction of the Ksh200 million ($1.54 million) it would normally cost.
Nigerian Government Offers Reward Following Deadly Attack in Abia State
According to defense spokesperson Major-General Edward Buba, the soldiers were deployed as peacekeepers, and the civilians were caught in the crossfire.
ANC on Brink of Losing Parliamentary Majority After Stunning Drop in Support
With more than 97% of votes counted, the ANC had just over 40%, a significant decline from its previous dominance.
Parents Seek Answers as Son Detained in Congo Following Failed Coup Attempt
Thompson traveled to Africa in early April with his former high school football teammate, Marcel Malanga, for what his family believed was an all-expenses-paid vacation funded by Marcel's father, Christian Malanga.
Mali Midfielder Mohamed Camara Suspended for Covering Anti-Homophobia Message
The French league's disciplinary committee announced late Thursday (May 30) that it had sanctioned the Mali international for his refusal to "carry out one or more actions to raise awareness of the fight against homophobia."
South Africa's Main Opposition Leader Sees Opportunity in ANC's Declining Majority
With 60% of the votes counted, the long-time ruling ANC holds just under 42% of the vote.
South Africa's ANC Faces Historic Loss of Parliamentary Majority
With more than 50% of voting districts counted, the ANC leads with 42% of the vote, followed by the Democratic Alliance (DA) with 23%.